GIEC Assistive Tech Immersive Challenge 2026
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Tuesday, May 19, 2026
to Saturday, May 30, 2026
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2 weeks long
Artificial IntelligenceAR/VRIoT
Student only
This hackathons is only open to students. Double check the event page for more information as this may mean only those from a particular university/country are eligible.
Event Type
online
41
Participants
INR25,000
Prize Pool
3
Est. Projects
The GIEC Assistive Tech Immersive Challenge 2026 invites passionate innovators, engineering students, researchers, and startup teams to design futuristic assistive technology solutions that improve independence, accessibility, and mobility for people with disabilities.
Participants will explore existing assistive technologies such as:
Glidance
Lighthouse TAMI
XanderGlasses
and propose innovative next-generation solutions using AI, XR, sensors, spatial audio, wearable systems, and accessibility-focused technologies.
Challenge Themes:
Assistive Technology
XR Innovation
AI for Accessibility
Smart Wearables
Mobility Solutions
Vision Assistance
Hearing Assistance
Eligibility:
Final Year BE / BTech Students
PG Students
Research Scholars
Innovation-focused Teams
Rounds Structure:
Round 1 — Idea Submission:
Submit proposal through Google Form.
Round 2 — Screening & Expert Review:
Ideas evaluated by expert panel.
Final Round — Demonstration:
Selected finalists present:
Architecture
Feasibility
Accessibility impact
Prototype/demo concept
Rewards & Opportunities:
1st Prize — ₹25,000
2nd Prize — ₹15,000
3rd Prize — ₹10,000
Additional Support:
Startup incubation
AI & hardware mentorship
Pilot validation
Funding access
Workstations & lab support
Accommodation support
Timeline
Applications Open — Now Open
Doubt Clearing Sessions — Before 26 May 2026
Application Deadline — 31 May 2026
Screening & Review — 1 to 14 June 2026
Finalist Announcement — 15 June 2026